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Message: <blockquote data-quote="PYRTLE" data-source="post: 3478685" data-attributes="member: 19418">Well, I tried out the SF against the Leica Noctuid ( x8 ) yesterday at my local optics outlet - just for 5 minutes - and am glad that I did.The Leica eyecups in design, build and functionality certainly outshone the Zeiss counterparts and thus raised a slight doubt in my mind as to how these (Zeiss) may niggle me when in use. I would have to consider adding an "O" ring to keep them in place.I have no problem with the eyecups on my 8 x 32 Victory FLs. The weight and balance of the Leica was not an issue - however that could not be said in regard to the positioning of the strap lugs in relation to the focusing wheel .... no problem with the Zeiss though.The Zeiss was brighter but the depth of field in the Leica had the edge. The focusing on both was pleasing to me and I could adapt to either in time, though I searched hard to find fault (without success).Pricing is competitive and though the Leica is slightly higher it shouldn't really affect one's choice though I guess an increase is due soon ( new stock affected by exchange rate?). So, I'm now in a quandry...again.... though I know how to come to an easy decision - wait for the 32mm to come out.</blockquote>